Snipers (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2022, Snipers is a drama and war film directed by Zhang Yimou, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of sharpshooter Zhang Taofang, a young army recruit who at age 22 sets a record during the Korean War by reportedly killing or wounding 214 American soldiers with 435 shots in just 32 days.
Who’s in it. Snipers stars Zhang Yi as Company Commander, Zhang Yu as Liu Wenwu, Chen Yongsheng as Dayong and Jonathan Kos-Read as John, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Snipers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $90.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Rakuten TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Snipers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Snipers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Snipers (2022)?
- In GB, Snipers is available to rent or buy from Rakuten TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Snipers worth watching?
- Snipers holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Snipers?
- Snipers stars Zhang Yi, Zhang Yu, Chen Yongsheng, Jonathan Kos-Read and Liu Haocun.
- When was Snipers released?
- Snipers was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.